Jamaica health authorities on the watch for possible salmonella outbreak By Teddy Cambosa Health authorities in Jamaica are investigating a possible salmonella outbreak, previously reported from the Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort and Spa in Lucea, Hanover. Jamaica Image/CIA According to Patricia Hall Patterson, chief public health inspector for Hanover, the investigation has started as early as December. “It is under control because the main kitchen was closed. The team was there. They came to a conclusion and recommendations were made. Since then, we have not had any cases, not to my knowledge. We did our part and we’re still doing some investigations,” Hall Patterson said.